Trump’s Supreme Court Nominee Should Meet Two Criteria

Once Donald Trump assumes the office of President of the United States, he will select a nominee to fill the vacancy on the Supreme Court caused by the death of Justice Antonin Scalia earlier this year. This nomination will be among the most significant actions of Mr. Trump’s presidency. And for this reason, it is generating an intense amount of speculation and scrutiny.

For Americans who value democratic representation, there is much at stake in this process, and we should urge President-elect Trump to employ at least two criteria as he evaluates potential nominees.

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Bruce Ashford

Dr. Bruce Ashford serves as Provost and Professor of Theology & Culture at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary. He is also the author of Every Square Inch: An Introduction to Cultural Engagement for Christians and One Nation Under God: A Christian Hope for American Politics.